Resume
Work Experience
May 2023 - Present
NEASC School Visitor
Observing teaching and learning, meeting with the stakeholders of the school community, and celebrating and validating the findings shared in the internal reflection by a school use the NEASC Foundation Standards or the 10 ACE Learning Principles.
IBEN - PYP Programme Leader
Feb 2023 - Present
Conducting the Preliminary Review for schools undergoing Evaluation using Program Standards and Practices 2020 followed by a visit (online/physical) along with the Evaluation team to help IB World Schools to reflect on and strengthen the implementation of PYP
Aug 2021 - Present
Elementary Learning That Transfers
Developed content for the course mentioned above for Julie Stern, Learning That Transfers, Instructor of Feb 2022 cohort (Freelance)
July 2022 - Present
PYP Coordinator, Akshar Arbol International School, ECR
In charge of developing curriculum and pedagogy in alignment with Enhanced PYP and PSP 2020, Leading the Programme Evaluation and creation of the Programme Development Plan as a core member of the Pedagogical Leadership Team.
2021 - 2022
PYP HRT - G4, Horizon Japan International School
Implementing PYP pedagogy in my classroom using concept-based inquiry for subjects like UOI, Language, and Math. Maintaining and documenting student learning on Toddle. Liaising with stakeholders - parents, leadership for effective student empowerment and self-efficacy
2020 - 2021
PYP Coordinator, Crossroads International School
Successfully lead a team of 45 teachers to achieve PYP authorization making it the first-ever IB WORLD SCHOOL in Udaipur. Involved in all aspects leading up to the final authorization report, creating an action plan, designing school policies, programme of inquiry, scope and sequence documents, continuous professional development, coaching, and mentoring stakeholders including parents.
2017 - 2019
G1 PYP Form Tutor, Pathways World School, Aravali, Gurgaon
Creating and implementing IEPs, Using play-based inquiry for teaching and learning, conducting workshops for teachers during Pathways Learning Fest.
2015 - 2016
G3 PYP Educator,Indus International School, Bangalore
2014 - 2015
PYP Coordinator, Akshar Arbol International School, Chennai
2012 - 2014
G4 PYP HRT, Hillspring International School, Mumbai
G4&5 HRT, The Galaxy School Implementing TFU, Rajkot
2009 - 2012
Education
2008 - 2009
St Teresa's Institute of Education, Mumbai University | B.Ed Degree
2000 - 2004
RD National College, Mumbai University | Bachelor's in Mass Media
Skills
& Expertise
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Curriculum Development
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Inquiry-Based Pedagogy
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Concept Driven Curriculum
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Transdisciplinary Learning
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IB Primary Years Programme Implementation and Development
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IB Documentation - Planners, Scope, and Sequence
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Collaboration (within and outside school)
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Restorative Practices
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Relationship Building
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Technophile
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School Policies creation